A wild turkey is found in many parts of North America. It lives in the eastern and western United States. It likes to live in forests, grasslands, and swamps.
The wild turkey is a large bird. It has a round, plump body. It has long legs and a small head. The tom will weigh up to 24 pounds. The hen is smaller and weighs up to 12 pounds.
This bird is a quick runner. It is a fast flier. A wild turkey has excellent eyesight and hearing.
In the winter months, a wild turkey will join a group. A large male turkey or tom leads the group. A female turkey or hen is smaller than the male. The hen watches over the nest. The hen takes care of the poults or babies.
A wild turkey is active only during the day hours. At night, it sleeps in trees. Wild turkeys feed mainly on insects, nuts, and fruit.
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